CARTHAGE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING Nursing Home


CARTHAGE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING (CCN: 335579) is a For profit - Corporation facility located in CARTHAGE, NY (13619). The facility has an overall rating of 1/5, health inspection rating of 1/5, and a staffing rating of 1/5. It offers 90 certified beds and maintains an average of 87.0 residents per day. The nursing staff includes Nurse Aides, LPNs, and RNs working 3.11576 total hours per resident per day. It has been certified since January 1, 1977 and the last listed health inspection was on March 16, 2023, The facility is located in Jefferson county and provides senior and nursing home care.

CARTHAGE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING Summary


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Provider Name: CARTHAGE CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING

Address: 1045 WEST STREET, CARTHAGE, NY 13619

Phone: (315) 493-3220

County: Jefferson (330)

Ownership Type: For profit - Corporation

Certified Beds: 90

Average Residents Per Day: 87.0 ()

Provider Type: Medicare and Medicaid, Resides in Hospital: No

Legal Business Name: CLR CARTHAGE LLC

First Approved Date: January 1, 1977

Affiliated Entity: CENTERS HEALTH CARE (127)

Retirement Community: N, Special Focus Status:

Ownership Change in Last 12 Months: N

Resident Family Council: Resident

Sprinkler System Status: Yes

Overall Rating: 1 ()

Health Inspection Rating: 1 ()

QM Rating: 3 ()

Long Stay QM Rating: 3 ()

Short Stay QM Rating: 3 ()

Staffing Rating: 1 ()

Staffing Report Note:

PT Staffing Note:

Nurse Aide Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.98620, LPN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.6126, RN Staff Hours Per Day: 0.5169, Licensed Staff Hours Per Day: 1.1295

Total Nurse Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 3.11576

Weekend Nurse Staff Hours: 2.55211, Weekend RN Staff Hours: 0.3274

PT Staff Hours Per Day, per resident: 0.2005

Nurse Staff Turnover: 74.4, Nurse Turnover Note:

RN Turnover: 66.7, RN Turnover Note:

Admin Left Number: 1, Admin Turnover Note:

Case Mix Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.2381, Case Mix LPN Hours Per Day: 0.8790, Case Mix RN Hours Per Day: 0.4676

Adjusted Nurse Aide Hours Per Day, per resident: 1.80788, Adjusted LPN Hours Per Day: 0.5143, Adjusted RN Hours Per Day: 0.4165

Total Adjusted Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.73961

Adjusted Weekend Nurse Hours Per Day, per resident: 2.24401

Health Survey Dates and Scores: Cycle 1: 2023-03-16 (Score: 72), Cycle 2: 2021-06-24 (Score: 84), Cycle 3: 2019-04-26 (Score: 52)

Total Weighted Health Score: 72.667

Reported Incidents: 1, Substantiated Complaints: 26

Infection Control Citations:

Fines and Penalties: Number of Fines: 2, Total Fines in Dollars: 58883.50, Payment Denials Number: 0, Total Penalties Number: 2

Location and GPS: 1045 WEST STREET,CARTHAGE,NY,13619 (43.9865, -75.593)

Process Date: 2024-03-01


Health Inspection Citations Details

Each record details specific health deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2023-04-14

Type: Health, Deficiency: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-03

Citation on 2023-04-14

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-03

Citation on 2023-04-14

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-03

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2022-11-30

Type: Health, Deficiency: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-01-12

Citation on 2022-07-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-08-31

Citation on 2022-07-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-08-31

Citation on 2022-07-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Severity: G - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-08-31

Citation on 2022-07-27

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Severity: G - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2022-08-31

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-04

Citation on 2021-07-14

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-20

Citation on 2021-07-14

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-20

Citation on 2021-04-13

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-06-02

Citation on 2021-04-13

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Severity: G - Level 3: Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-05-25

Citation on 2021-04-13

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-05-07

Citation on 2021-04-13

Type: Health, Deficiency: Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-05-07

Citation on 2019-04-26

Type: Health, Deficiency: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-26

Type: Health, Deficiency: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-26

Type: Health, Deficiency: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-05-31


Fire Safety Citations Details

Each record details specific fire safety deficiencies found during inspections, categorized by type, severity, and whether they were corrected. Below are the severity levels and their implications:

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0353, Version: New

Description: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0355, Version: New

Description: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0363, Version: New

Description: Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0372, Version: New

Description: Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0712, Version: New

Description: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0741, Version: New

Description: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0920, Version: New

Description: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0921, Version: New

Description: Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2023-03-16

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0923, Version: New

Description: Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2023-05-01

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0211, Version: New

Description: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-11

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0291, Version: New

Description: Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-11

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0311, Version: New

Description: Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-11

Citation on 2021-06-24

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0321, Version: New

Description: Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2021-08-11

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0030, Version: New

Description: List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Severity: C - Level 1: No actual harm with potential for minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0341, Version: New

Description: Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0345, Version: New

Description: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0351, Version: New

Description: Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0355, Version: New

Description: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0901, Version: New

Description: Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

Severity: E - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14

Citation on 2019-04-25

Type: Fire Safety, Tag: 0920, Version: New

Description: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Severity: D - Level 2: No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm. Plan of Correction required.

Corrected: Deficient, Provider has date of correction on 2019-06-14